Bale, Ibrahimovic and 8 star players that will miss the 2018 World Cup in Russia

- However, the 2018 edition of the tournament will be without many star footballers

The 2018 World Cup tournament is set to lose its previous glamour, with a glut of the world's biggest names set to miss out the extravaganza in Russia.

While the football top talents who had inspired their respective nations to qualification prepare for the competition, we bring you another raft of football stars who will be missing out on the 2018 World Cup.

1. Gareth Bale: Wales and Real Madrid

The Real Madrid forward is unarguably one of the biggest football names who will not be taking part in World Cup.

Wales made the semi-final at Euro 2016 but Gareth Bale and Co will not feature in Russia. Photo: Mail Online

Peru equalized against South America powerhouse Colombia, condemning Chile to an automatic disqualification from the competition, meaning the Arsenal star won't dash up the flanks for La Roja in Russia.

3. Riyad Mahrez:Algeria and Leicester City

The Leicester City star and his team-mates suffered a heartbreaking World Cup qualification campaign, finishing bottom in Group B with just two points.

Leicester star Riyad Mahrez. Photo: HITC

Algeria endured a frustrating home and away defeat to Zambia, forcing the Desert Foxes out of the competition.

4. Arjen Robben: Netherland and Bayern Munich

A veteran of three World Cups, the Bayern Munich star announced his retirement from international duty.

Arjen Robben ended his international career after Holland came third in World Cup qualifying. Photo: Mail Online